At least nine Democratic candidates are already running to replace Rep. Ty Harrell who resigned Sunday amid a campaign finance investigation.
Wake County Democratic Party Chairman Jack Nichols said nine candidates have declared so far for the District 41 seat:
-- Chris Heagarty, former director of the N.C. Center for Voter Education
-- Janet Schanzenbach, lobbyist for mental health programs and rehabilitation facilities
-- Gale Adcock, Cary Town Council member
-- John Shaw, a retired electrical engineer and Democratic Party activist
-- Matt Danielson, former county Democratic Party vice chair
-- Linda Gunter, former state senator and lobbyist for N.C. Association of Educators
-- Christopher Headen, executive director of Meals on Wheels of Durham
-- Steve Rao, director of business development at Datacraft Solutions
-- Terry L. "Doc" Thome
Democratic Party precinct chairs and party leaders within the district will meet by Oct. 20 and vote on Harrell’s replacement. When a lawmaker resigns, his or her party selects the replacement, and the governor must appoint that person.
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Re: They vie to replace Ty
September 26, 2009 - 12:44am — Ithinkthere4I have only known Janet Schanzenbach for a short time. In that time, I have been very impressed with her wealth of knowledge and leadership skills. She is one of the most caring, compassionate people I have had the privilege of meeting, as evidence of her professional work as a lobbyist for mental health programs.
The combination of her leadership skills, wealth of knowledge in a wide array of public policies and issues, along with her ability to have compassion for people from all walks of life will be refreshing and a needed service to the citizens of North Carolina.
Re: They vie to replace Ty
September 25, 2009 - 2:03pm — julesleggettJanet Schanzenbach has a wealth of experience working on policy issues in the field of mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse services. She has a strong knowledge of the budget process and has worked closely with many key legislators on issues related to improving accountability of local management entities and promoting community services for people with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse.
Janet has also worked to promote the political leadership of women in the General Assembly through her work with Lillian's List. Janet will be a strong advocate for women, children and citizens with disabilities.
Re: They vie to replace Ty
September 25, 2009 - 9:55am — DrSnoCapsI believe it's Terry "Doc" Thorne (not Thome), the same person currently vying for the District 'A' seat in Cary.
..."vie to replace Ty"? aye yai yai... Did it take all day to come up with that play?
Re: They vie to replace Ty
September 25, 2009 - 8:14am — Isaac136Chris Heagarty will do a great job. He's smart, honest and committed to public service.
Re: The race is on
September 25, 2009 - 7:56am — letigreWhile these are all good people, Heagarty is well-respected in all circles, and has worked on behalf of NC voters throughout his career -- everyone I've spoken with says he'll do a fine job.
Re: The race is on
September 24, 2009 - 8:25pm — PaulTerrellWhat does a state legislator have to do with a federal takeover of health care? She would just be another Democratic legislator voting 100% in lock step with Hackney just like Rosa Gill has.
libertypoint has one!
September 24, 2009 - 12:21pm — GiggleBoxwRITE IN lIbERtYpOiNT.
cRAZY PARTISANS IN BLOGS GET IT EVEN IF VOTERS DON'T.
hEY TO pAUL!
Re: The race is on
September 24, 2009 - 12:14pm — DustinIngallsAdcock and Danielson are both good folks and would be fine replacements.
Re: The race is on
September 24, 2009 - 8:36am — cevangGale Adcock is a fine candidate and deserves this opportunity to serve in the legislature. One need only observe her significant skills in working with others on the Cary Town Council. She is a fair-minded, information-based decision-maker and the town of Cary's loss will be the state of NC's gain.
We need a legislator with a strong understanding of the healthcare issues facing our nation and her medical background would be invaluable.
Catherine Evangelista
Re: The race is on
September 24, 2009 - 8:31am — libertypointWords are important. These folks are not running for the office. They are smoozing with the Wake Dem leadership to get the job. District voters will have no choice on who is anointed in this position, just as voters in about half the General Assembly districts have no choice on who is elected in their districts when only one candidate is on the ballot.